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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/23/1989 Council Minutes3 1 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order by Mayor Benson at 7:00 P.M., Monday, October 23, 1989. Council Members present: Neal, Reinert, Bisel. Council Members absent: Bohjanen. City Attornery, Bill Hawkins; City Engineers, Ron Stahlberg and Dan Boxrud; City Planner, John Miller; Public Works Director, Don Volk; Chief of Police, Dean Campbell; Administrator, Randy Schumacher and Clerk- Treasurer, Marilyn Anderson were also present. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Bisel moved to approve the minutes of October 9, 1989 as presented. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENTS Mr. Reinert moved to approve the October 23, 1989 Disbursements as presented. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. OPEN MIKE No one appeared under Open Mike. SECOND READING - ORDINANCE NO. 08 - 89 PROHIBITING MOTORIZED VEHICLES ON PUBLIC GROUNDS DESIGNATED AS TRAILS Mr. Bisel moved to approve the second reading of Ordinance No. 08 - 89 and dispense with the reading. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 08 - 89 can be found at the end of these minutes. CONSIDERATION OF THE CENTENNIAL FIRE DISTRICT JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT Mr. Schumacher explained that the Joint Powers Agreement draft before the Council is the final draft that was delivered to the Council at the last Council meeting. The r_itie• of Cerrerville and Circle Pines have both -IpnroveO this final draft. The Steering Committee will continue to meet to finalize several other matters of concern to the Council not addressed in the Joint Powers Agreement such as burning permits. The Agreement addresses such issues as the working mechanics of the Centennial Fire District budget, contributions formula and stop gap measures. Mayor Benson explained that the Agreement addresses all of the questions raised by this Council and said he felt it was a good agreement. Mr. Neal moved to accept the final draft of the Centennial 3 19 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 Fire District Joint Powers Agreement as presented by the Steering Committee. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. ENGINEER'S REPORT Status Report on Lakeview Estates, Ron Stahlberg - Mr. Stahlberg explained that Braun Engineering has evaluated the situation in Lakeview Estates and all of their recommendations for correcting the street, curb, gutter and storm sewer problems have been implemented or will be shortly. The final lift of blacktop is scheduled for later this week or next week. Mr. Stahlberg also noted that the City is still holding a letter of credit and contractor's deposit and neither of these items will be released until Mr. Roessler supplies evidence that all subcontractors have been paid. In addition, the City will hold a certain amout of escrow until all problems in this subdivision have been settled. Mr. Bisel asked what will happen in the spring to this subdivision? Mr. Stahlberg said that a portion of Mr. Roessler's escrow will be held in case other corrective measures are needed. Consideration of 24th Avenue (Elmcrest) Improvement, Dan Boxrud - Mr. Boxrud explained that when this matter was previously before Council, he and the Staff had been instructed to hold a neighborhood meeting with the affected property owners for Phase I of this improvement (Main Street south to Ash Street). This meeting was held on October 10, 1989 and the basic message from the affected landowners to the Council was, the summary of the project is appropriate but they want to see involvement in the improvement by both cities and both counties. Their reasoning is that the street is used by many people who do not live on the street but people trying to get from one point to another. Mr. Boxrud felt that a 100% petitioned improvement was very unlikely. He recommended that the Council proceed with an informal public hearing with the residents so the Council can decide whether to proceed with a formal feasibility study. Mayor Benson asked if the residents understand that the counties are not inte—_ 3ted in pa ticipating in the improvement. Mr. Boxrud said yes, but felt they as disgruntled citizens could have greater force with the county authorities than the City Councils. They were told that neither county has any policies that would encourage county participation. Mr. Bisel asked why 24th Avenue could not be a county road such as County Road J since both are boundary streets. Mr. Boxrud explained that although both Lino Lakes and Hugo look at 24th Avenue as collector streets, the southern end of the 320 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 street in Lino Lakes is the problem. It does not end at a county designated state aid county street (Bald Eagle Blvd. is a city street) and 24th Avenue does not serve any good county purpose. The residents along 24th Avenue have noted that the residents south of the city limits travel north on 24th Avenue to Main Street as a method of reaching the freeway. If they were to go south, they would have to go all the way to Highway 96 to reach the freeway. Mr. Boxrud said that this argument would not get the counties to change their attitude regarding 24th Avenue. Mr. Boxrud was asked if Lino Lakes could use some of their MSA fund for this improvement. Mr. Schumacher explained that this was discussed with Hugo, however they do have a population of 5,000 and are not eligible for MSA funding. Therefore, if the street is to be improved within the next year or two, MSA funding is not possible. Mr. Bisel asked Mr. Boxrud why Ramsey County does not designate their section of Bald Eagle Blvd. as county MSA. Mr. Boxrud explained that Ramsey County feels there are greater needs elsewhere in the County. We can ask Ramsey County to do this, but it is not likely to happen. Mr. Bisel asked what the state has to say about this area in terms of fire /police protection and ambulance service. Mr. Boxrud said the state looks at this as purely a local issue. Mr. Bisel moved to proceed with Option No. 2 and ask the County Commissioners and all other agencies (Washington and Ramsey Counties, City of Hugo) involved to attend the hearing. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. The date of the hearing will be coordinated with the other agencies. CHIEF OF POLICE REPORT - DEAN CAMPBELL Community Service Officer Six Months Report - Chief Campbell explained that in April the Council authorized the hiring of CommLni,:y Service Officer (CSO) with the 2rovisi -,o that `.h.'. position be reviewed at the end of six months. A review of the position as well as a job description and a summary of what has happened during the past six months was forwarded to the Council this past Wednesday. Chief Campbell explained that he felt it is a good program and he has received very good comments about the program and the person who is filling the position. The 1990 Police Department Budget contains funding to make this a full time permanent position within the Police Department. Mr. Reinert asked if the CSO will handle complaints regarding the destroying of campaign signs. Chief Campbell said this 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 is a criminal violation of property. Mayor Benson asked about the compensation for the CSO. Chief Campbell explained that if the position were approved, the officer would continue at $6.50 per hour for the balance of 1989. This money will be taken from the part time officers category of the 1989 Budget. The 1990 Budget would reflect an increase for this position. Mayor Benson asked if Chief Campbell was thinking of continuing with the same CSO. Chief Campbell said yes, he has received very good feedback regarding Mr. Lauderbaugh and not one complaint. Mr. Reinert referred to item No. 11 on the letter regarding Examples of Work Performed. He noted that previously the Building Inspector performed these types of code enforcement duties. Chief Campbell explained that people do respond different to a CSO in uniform than they did to the Building Inspector. However, the CSO is a non -sworn officer and does work closely with the Building Inspector who has authority to issue citations. Also the Building Inspector does get around the City everday and can relate different types of problems to the CSO. Mr. Reinert moved to approve Option No. 1, continuation of the CSO position through the end of the year. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Operations Officer Six Months Report - Chief Campbell has prepared a review of this position and sent it to the Council along with a list of Details and Activities form and a Job Description. Chief Campbell felt this is also a good program. The officer assigned to this position has been involved with getting the computer up and running. He must be certified so that the Police Department can maintain the system. Mr. Bisel asked Chief Campbell how much of this position is mandated by state law. Chief Campbell said every aspect of the position, from certification as a patrol officer to certification with the computer. Mayor Benson asked Chief Campbell if he would be looking at extending this position into 1990. Chief Campbell said yes, he would like this to be a departmental position. Mr. Bisel noted that currently this officer is splitting his time between patrol and these new duties. He asked if this would continue. Chief Campbell said that the patrol duties would probably decrease and the new duties will grow. More time is needed to address items such as crime prevention. Mayor Benson asked Chief Campbell if he was looking at this position as an administrative position. Chief Campbell said yes or a supervisory position. This officer will not only put out information, but will be responsible for making sure the officers understand the information. Mr. Bisel noted that this position would involve a drug abuse 8 2Y 322 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 program. He asked if the City will be eligible for any of the new federal money being made available for drug control? Chief Campbell explained that Anoka County would receive most of the money for all cities within the County. The only benefit he could see would be through a training or educational program. Mr. Bisel commented that he was afraid that the inner cities would force the drug activities to the suburbs and the inner cities would get all of the money leaving communities such as Lino Lakes to deal with the problem with only its current limited resources. He said that he would like to make sure that if there is any money available, Lino Lakes would get its share. Mr. Bisel moved to approve Option No. 1, Operations /Adminstrative Officer Position to be continued as a Police Department position. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. It was noted that this action will make this a permanent position and it will have to be budgeted in the 1990 Budget. Voting on the motion, motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING - REZONE PORTION OF RESHANAU PARK ESTATES - JOHN MILLER Mayor Benson opened the public hearing at 7:53 P.M. Mr. Miller presented the request on the overhead projector. He noted that the two rezone requests affected the previously platted Outlot A and Outlot B, Lakes Addition No. 3 and was an attempt to give each lot one zoning category. When these Outlots were platted, they were unbuildable for physical reasons, not because they could not meet minimum lot requirements. It was also understood that when the Robertson property developed, the two outlots would be combined with that land and several residental lots created. Now the land to the north has been platted into Reshanau Park Estates and the plat has been approved by the City Council. The Planning and Zoning Board has reviewed and recommended approval of the rezone requests. Mr. Miller said this is basically a house keeping item, the lots in Outlot A would be rezoned from R -1 to R -1X and would be in conformity wi`tiG the 1 ^t> to the north of Outlot A. Outlot B is currently zoned R -1 and this lot is being platted into three lots by combining Outlot B with some area to the north which is currently zoned R -1X. The request here is to rezone the area to the north of Outlot B to R -1 from R -1X so that all portions of all three lots would be R -1. Outlot B is on Crystal Court and the lots across from Outlot B are also zoned R -1. David Gontarek, 6888 Crystal Court asked .to make a statement. He said he had two concerns. The first concern is that he and his neighbors did not recieve their notification of this public hearing until late in the week. This did not allow 1 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 him enough time to gather facts on the matter and since the rezone request came as a suprise, he asked that the hearing be postphoned until the next Council meeting. He also noted that it would have been helpful if a definition of the zoning classifications would have been included with the notification along with the permitted uses. Mr. Miller explained why the notices were late and noted that this would not invalidate the proceedings tonight. However, the Council could continue the public hearing until the next Council meeting. Mr. Gontarek said he would like the hearing continued. Mr. Gontarek explained that he felt the R -1 zoning for the Crystal Court cul -de -sac was not good enough because he felt that all of the current structures exceed the R -1 minimum standards. He noted that the current developer has built quality homes and has promised to continue doing so as the land to the north is developed. However, Mr. Gontarek noted developers can and do change in midstream. Zoning the area R -1X would guarantee that the homes would be of like quality. Mr. Gontarek explained that his second concern regarded the number of lots platted on Outlot B. He thought that the entire area was zoned R -1X requiring larger lot sizes and now magically three lots appear on Outlot B. He suggested that the third lot be split and added to the two lots on either side of this lot. He felt that the Council was sending mixed messages to the residents in his area and said it appeared that Outlot B was being rezoned because the lot sizes would not conform to the R -1X requirements. Mr. Reinert said he was very concerned about the timing of the notifications to the residents. He noted that if the current homes on the cul -de -sac are zoned R -1X he would be concerned about Outlot B being rezoned to R -1. Anyone could come in and build a straight R -1 home. Mr. Bisel asked if the current homes on the cul -de -sac exceed the R -1X zoning. It was explained only the houses, the lots are zoned R -1 and meet the standards of the R -1 zone. Bisel asked Mr. Gontarek if the new lot~ remainee the same size as his lot, would he be satisfied if the builder constructed R -1X homes? Mr. Gontarek said no because first there were two lots platted for the Outlot and now there are three lots platted. The developer has promised like quality homes on these lots, but developers can change. There is no guarantee that R -1X homes would be constructed. From his prospective there would be a better chance of an equal or high quality home being built on the lot if the lot were zoned R -1X and sized R -1X. Mr. Bisel suggested that there could be some compromise on this situation. Mayor Benson told Mr. Gontarek that the R -1X zoning does not 23 324 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 guarantee that the house will be more expensive. Mr. Gontarek agreed but noted that the market forces larger homes on R -IX lots. Mayor Benson asked if the zoning remained the same on Outlot B and part of each lot remained in two different zones, how would somebody decide to build, R -1 or R -1X. Mr. Hawkins explained that normally when a zoning bisects a lot the largest portion in a zoning decides the use. However, the Lino Lakes ordinances do not say this but Mr. Hawkins said this would still be the case. Mayor Benson asked Mr. Miller if this hearing is delayed until the next Council meeting, would this interfer with anything that is being constructed now. Mr. Miller explained that there is one house under construction and it is north of the Outlots. Donald Dunn, 6885 Black Duck Drive said that Mr. Miller's explanation for the extra lot is not true. This would not make the cul -de -sac symmetrical. In addition he was told when he purchased his lot that the entire area north of the creek was zoned R -1X. Mayor Benson said that the R -1X zoning classification did not exist when these lots were zoned. His lot-as well' as all the lots south of Reshanau Park Estates are zoned R -1. Mayor Benson agreed that all the homes in this area should be kept at one level of value. Mr. Dunn said that allowing the extra lot would give the builder the opportunity to change his requirements. He asked the Council to reject the entire rezone request and leave the cul -de -sac as it currently is. Mr. Reinert explained that the ratio of land values to improvements dictates that the improvements will be fairly high. He noted that even in the older portion of the current development, the homes exceed the R -1 classification. He noted that whether the zoning remains R -1 or goes to R -1X there will be higher quality homes that exceed what is required in the ordinances today. Mr. Dunn said he could also build an $80,000.00 home. Mr. Gontarek said he did not feel that ar- `fi80,005.00 home was a terrible home, but he did get concerned when the developer started with two lots and now there are three lots. He noted that the City had indicated that this is a strong part of the City and that is why the R -1X zoning to the north. Also the City wanted to maximium the return to the City. He said he is concerned about protecting the value of his home. Mr. Bisel asked that the definition of the R -1 and R -1X zoning be given to the residents in the cud -de -sac area along with lot sizes and house deminisions so that the residents can make comparisons. Mr. Bisel said he had a problem with the five lot cul-de-sac. 1 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 Mayor Benson asked the residents to prepare their concerns and thoughts so that the matter can be fully addressed when the public hearing is re- convened. Robert Young, 6889 Black Duck Drive said that it is the desire of the neighborhood to get together and consult with each other. Mayor Benson explained that the most significant item appears to be that the written notices did not get mailed to the residents in time to allow them to look into the matter. Since delaying action on the rezone will not cause undue hardship on the construction in that area, Mayor Benson said he would entertain a motion to continue the public hearing. Mr. Reinert said he was not sure what was intended for Outlot B prior to Mr. Uhde developing the area, was the intention two lots or three lots? He felt that it was important that this be clarified. Also why did Mr. Uhde change his plan from two lots to three lots? Mr. Miller said he would check the file to find the preliminary plat. Mr. Reinert explained that the Council has the obligation to protect the people who have already built in the area. Mr. Hawkins said that the meeting notices should be remailed allowing for the ten day requirement. Mr. Bisel moved to continue the public hearing to the next Council meeting. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF A PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT STUDY - DON VOLK Mr. Volk explained that earlier this year the Council met in a work session to review a proposed pavement management program. The program was not implemented at that time because of the cost factor. Now that the 1989 Seal Coat Program is completed and the costs were $22,000 under budget, Mr. Volk asked the Council to consider funding the Pavement Management Study with the money saved in the Seal Coat Program. Thc study :ill provide a data base for each individual street in this City and a five year capital improvement program will be designed using this information. Mayor Benson asked if the system now being used by the City is inadequate? Mr. Volk said it is outdated. Currently the City is doing only minor repairs, the program would allow for major repairs. This would be the most cost effect way to keep the roadway system up to date. Mayor Benson asked if the program would include Elm Street and gravel roads? Mr. Volk said it could but Elm Street is a County road. This program would include every street except 3 25 3 26 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 those designated as a state highway or a county designated road. Gravel roads would be included. The program would detail everything that is currently in the roadway, curbs, surface rating, etc. He noted that it would take some time to get this all put together. Mr. Bisel asked who keeps the data base in the computer up to date, the City staff or SEH? Mr. Volk said a member of the staff would be trained to keep the data base current. However, getting the program up and working would involve SEH. Mr. Bisel asked how long would it take to recoup the initial cost of $22,000.00. Mr. Volk said that would depend on how quickly the Council gets involved in a major Capital Improvement Program. He guessed maybe five (5) years. Mr. Boxrud explained that a number of cities are now using this system. He noted that without the correct data, Mr. Volk has a problem making the right decisions. Mr. Reinert asked how long is the data good for? Mr. Volk explained that the data base is constantly being updated so that it should never be out of date. Mr. Reinert said he felt the concept was good, however he did not want the study done and then sit on a shelf to collect dust. Mr. Bisel moved to authorize SEH to assist the City in developing a Pavement Management Study and implement a Pavement Management System at a cost of approximately $22,100.00. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Mr. Reinert asked for a target date for completion of the study? Mr. Volk said hopefully surface rating can be completed before snowfall, the balance should be completed during the winter months. Mr. Reinert asked for an update on this matter in about three (3) months. Voting on the motion, motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF ESTABLISHING FUTURE POLICE CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF CENTERVILLE Mr. Schumacher explained that the present police contract with the City of Centerville_ expire- Decemir 31, 1989. Since Centerville is currently putting together their 1990 city wide budget, he felt it would be appropriate if Lino Lakes determined what the cost to Centerville would be in 1990 for the police protection contract. There are several ways in which Lino Lakes could determine the 1990 Centerville cost. They include the Chief and Mr. Schumacher preparing a presentation for the Council to consider, calling a work session of the Council to prepare a 1990 presentation, meeting with the City of Centerville or appointing two Council Members to work with the Chief and Mr. Schumacher to prepare a draft that would be brought back to the Council for their approval. 1 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 Mayor Benson referred St. Paul newspaper article that appeared in the paper about two weeks ago. This article dealt with a contract between Ramsey County, Falcon Heights, Lauderdale and Roseville. He asked the Administrator to get a copy of this article so that it could be given to the City of Centerville because Ramsey County was requesting a sizable amount of money from each city for their services. This could be used as a comparison. Mayor Benson suggested that Lino Lakes prepare a set plan with costs. He asked that the Administrator and the Chief prepare a presentation to be brought back to the Council for their input. Mr. Reinert suggested that a combination of Option #1 and Option #2 would be more appropriate. Mr. Bisel told the Council that White Bear Township just went through this process and he asked that this data also be available. Mr. Reinert moved to approve a combination of Option #1 and Option #2 and have the Chief and City Administrator prepare a proposal and set a work session with the entire Council on the matter. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. This work session will be held prior to the next Council meeting. PLANNER'S REPORT - JOHN MILLER Minor Subdivision for Tom Vail for Property Located in Ulmer's Rice Lake Addition - Mr. Miller explained that is a request to split a one acre lot by dividing the lot in half and then splitting the back half into two lots thereby creating three lots. The Planning and Zoning Board has reviewed this request and has recommended approval since it meets all the requirements of the minor subdivision policy. Mr. Bisel asked if the lot could be split into four lots. Mr. Miller said not until sewer and water is available to the front of the lot. At this time the front portion with Mr. Vail's home will be served by a septic system and well. Mr. Stahlberg noted that this request meets the two out of three critera in the present minor subdivision policy. Mr. Bs-.1 mov -,d to approve the request in Planning and Z-sting Board application No. 89 -47. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Minor Subdivision for Brad and Helen Elledge for Property located at Lake Drive and Oak Lane - Mr. Miller explained that the Elledges own two parcels at the above location. They have sold the west parcel fronting on Lake Drive and after a certificate of survey was completed it was found that the septic system encroaches on the eastern parcel. This request is to transfer title to 25 feet of the eastern parcel to the western parcel. This would increase the total area of the western parcel to 89/100's of an acre. The eastern 327 328 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 parcel would be reduced to 1.06 acres. The Planning and Zoning Board reviewed the request and recommended that a variance be required for the creation of an undersized lot. They approved both the minor subdivision and variance requests with a stipulation that a revised certificate of survey be prepared showing two utility easements. This would prevent a new house from being located on an easement and when sewer does become available, the east lot can be divided into three regular city sized lots. Mr. Reinert moved to approve Planning and Zoning application No. 89 -48 contingent upon the the applicants preparing a revised certificate of survey showing two twenty (20) foot easements for utilities and drainage dividing the east parcel into three 76.6 foot lots and the newly created 25 foot parce to be combined with the western parcel. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bisel moved to approve Planning and Zoning application No. 89 -49 for a variance to an undersized parcel of property located at 7790 Lake Drive. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. LIAISON REPORTS Park Board, Andy Neal - Mr. Neal told the Council that on Thursday he and Mr. Ray Johnson met with the Anoka County Supervisors and they are proposing to build an ice rink in East Bethel and they also said they have enough money to build a covered ice rink in Lino Lakes. Mr. Neal relayed this information to the City Administrator. He talked to County Commissioner Margaret Langfeld and she says that she does not know anything about this. The people at this meeting agreed that the best location for this covered ice rink would be the Regional Park. This facility would include parking and could also be used for soccor in the summertime. Mr. Neal explained that Mr. Nissen was appointed the chairman of the Chain of Lakes Regional Board. Mr. Neal also noted that in 1989 36,000 additional rounds of golf were played over 1988. This might support the need for a road tax on each round of golf plaYed at the Chomonix Course. There was additional discussion at the Chain of Lake Regional Board meeting regarding the possibility of the Chomonix Golf Club becoming a cross country ski shop. The entrance to the Regional Park was also discussed. The bridge on Aqua Lane will cost approximately $120,000. This entire project is on hold until an archology study is completed. At the meeting Chain of Lake Regional Board meeting, the City of Circle Pines made a remark regarding contracting with the City of Lino Lakes for park services. They have lost their 1 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 Park Director and are considering alternate park maintence and improvement methods. The Board also considered preparing a park update and inventory. This would include where all parks are located and the types of activities included in that park. The next Chain of Lakes Regional Park Board meeting is scheduled for March, 1990. Mr. Neal noted that he felt that these meetings are paying off because everybody now knows what is going on. Planning and Zoning Board - Mayor Benson /Harold Bisel - Mr. Bisel explained that most of the items that appeared before the Planning and Zoning Board were addressed earlier this evening. The developers of Rice Lake Plaza were before the Board. Their development is moving forward and they will be returning to the Board for further direction. Economic Development Committee - Mayor Benson /Harold Bisel This committee had a day long work session in September. Plans were made for the coming year. Land inventories expecially for commercial /industrial lands are planned. Current development issues were discussed as well as school issues that are affected by the growth of this City. Mr. Bisel felt that this Committee is now getting their ducks in a row. CONSIDERATION OF KEY CREDIT FACTORS WITH OTHER METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITIES Mr. Schumacher explained that he has just received some market indicators that would be important to this discussion. He asked that this matter be tabled until the next Counci meeting. Mr. Bisel so moved. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS Comparative Analysis of Current Charter and Proposed Amendment - Mayor Benson explained an analysis was presented to the Council by the Charter Commission. This analys = is expected to be sent to the residents of Lino Lakes so that the voters will be more informed before voting on the Charter Amendment on November 7, 1989. The comparison is in grafic form and Mayor Benson said he felt this comparison made sense. Mrs. Goldade, Chairman of the Charter Commission asked that Attorney Kennedy review the Commissions recommendations. Mr. Kennedy made his review and telephoned his recommendations to Mr. Schumacher this afternoon. The City Clerk has typed only the recommended revisions to the original analysis made by the Commission. Mr. Hawkins was asked if he had any comment about the .29 3 3 0 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 analysis or the revisions made by Mr. Kennedy. Mr. Hawkins said he could not comment since he had just received the document this evening. Mr. Schumacher reviewed the changes suggested by Mr. Kennedy. The following changes were suggested to either Mr. Kennedys recommendations or the original analysis: A. Amendment - Item #2 should read "4/5 or majority vote of the Council if 35% of abutting properties petition ". Mr. Schumacher noted that on the analysis sheet where the Charter and the Amendment are the same it would be less confusing if the word "SAME" was used rather than typing the exact same information twice. D. Charter - Item #5 should read "When any portion of the projects are to be paid for by City funds other than special assessments or connection charges, the proposed project and its assessment formula require voter approval." Mr. Bisel felt that Council policies should not be interjected into this document. The analysis should state exactly what is in the Charter and what is in the Amendment. Policy can change from Council to Council and is not part of the Charter. He asked that the notes regarding Council policies be eliminated. Mr. Bye, member of the Charter Commission objected to this. He felt this was needed for clarification but it could be stated that these are policies and can be changed at any time. Mr. Bisel suggested that the policies be listed at the end of the analysis so that there will be no doubt that they are not part of the Charter or the Amendment. An asterick could mark the reference. Mr. Bye said he would agree to this. It was also agreed to eliminate the note under 10D as this is an unwritten policy and this Council could at any time decide to disregard it. The note regarding lending institutions will be left at the bottom of the document. The word "may" should be underlined. Mr. Bye said he felt this would let people know that the amendment is not going to force people to hook up to utilities. Mr. Hawkins f.xplaired that the note under D5 should read, "Current City Council policy is to require a letter of credit for 35% of the developers proposed project costs up front from the developer ". Mr. Bisel asked that an introductory statement be added to the document. This statement should include the fact that the Charter Commission approved the amendment by a vast majority of votes. He felt the final statement was appropriate. Mr. Bisel moved to approve the format ad presented and changes as indicated and that an opening paragraph be 1 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 prepared, the document to be sent out first class mail on colored paper and direct the City Administrator to read the opening paragraph to the Charter Chairman. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. This document is to mailed as soon as possible so that the residents will receive it well before the election. Mr. Bye suggested that this should also be published in the local paper. There was discussion on how this is to be placed in the paper, ad form or legal form? Also Mrs. Goldade had indicated she would publish this document. Mr. Bisel said that this should be the responsibility of the City Staff since the Amendment was prepared by the Council. However, he also felt that since the document was being mailed to every residence, the notice in the paper should simply state "watch for a letter from the City regarding the Charter Amendment ". Voting on the motion, motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bisel moved that if the document is published in ad form, that the Charter Commission use the format that is being mailed out so the two documents appear in the same form. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Mr. Reinert asked Mr. Bye if he would let Mrs. Goldade know what has transpired tonight so that the Charter Commission will not think that the Council is doing something different than what the Commission had proposed. The Council is trying to make sure the data is correct. The Council directed that this item be mailed first class and in an envelope. If it comes as a flyer it would probably be thrown away as junk mail. Mr. Bisel suggested that each envelope be stamped "Charter Information Enclosed ". Mr. Bisel withdrew his motion regarding publishing the document in the paper. Mr. Bisel moved to continue the meeting until all business is completed. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Authorization for, Payment of Easement from Darwin E. Fletcher and Janet L. Clingingsmith in the Amount of $1,543.20 - Mr. Schumacher explained that this easement contains the Metropolitan Waste Control lift station. The easement previously belonged to the State of Minnesota and they inadvertently sold to Mr. Fletcher and Ms. Clingingsmith without notifying the City. The easement will be used when maintaining the facility on the easement. Mr. Bisel moved to accept the easement and authorize the payment. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 331 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 Consideration of an Internship - Mr. Schumacher explained that he and Mr. Miller have been considering differenct methods to get additional help for the Economic Development Committee projects. A Hamline graduate, Mark Schoen has been working for the City of Stillwater and is interested in working for the City of Lino Lakes. He will work for this City for $6.75 per hour with no benefits. Mr. Schumacher suggested hiring Mr. Schoen to do such assignments as: 1) residential building lot inventory, 2) gather tax and land use data for Lake Drive Redevelopment Study, 3) location of "Welcome to Lino Lakes" signs, 4) work with Anoka Parks Department for loction of "regional park" signs, 5) coordinate work between land owners and the EDC on promotional advertising, 6) distribute City videos and resident's guides, 7) prepare revised land use numbers for EDC consideration, 8) gather data and complete surveys for other City planning and economic development issues. Mr. Miller had asked that the internship be for six (6) months, however, Mr. Schumacher felt three (3) or four (4) months would be sufficient. Mr. Schoen is currently working on his masters degree at Hamline University. Mr. Reinert asked where the funding would come for this position. Mr. Schumacher said it would come from the Planning Department budget. Mr. Bisel told the Council that he felt it was important that this temporary position be implemented so that the Economic Development Committee can carry through on their work. Mr. Bisel moved to approve the internship for four (4) months. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Appointment of an Individual to Serve on the Centennial School Districts Facilities Task Force - Mr. Neal said he has agreed to accept this position. Mr. Reinert moved to appoint Mr. Neal to the Task Force. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Lino Lakes Lioness Club Calander - Mrs. Anderson had prepared a presentation for the Council o., this matter. The Lioness Club would like the City to purchase a position in the business advertisements and to list the important meeting dates on the calander. Mr. Reinert said this was good advertising for the City and moved to approve the disbursement of $32.00 for this request. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Reshanau Park Estates - Policy Regarding Hookup and Connection Charges - Mr. Schumacher explained that the sewer and water lines and connections have been installed in this entire subdivision. However, Mr. Uhde is developing the subdivision in two phases and asked what the policy is 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1989 regarding payment of connection charges, can they also be paid in phases or since the utilites are already in the entire subdivision, must all of the connection charges be paid at this time. Mr. Uhde is asking that he be allowed to pay for only the first twenty (20) connections since he is only developing twenty (20) lots at this time. Mr. Reinert said that Mr. Uhde should have clarified this prior to installing all of the utilities. Mr. Volk explained that the utilities are in the ground and must be maintained whether or not they are being used and felt connection charges for the entire area should be paid. Mr. Bisel asked that Mr. Schumacher put something in writting and submit it to the Council at the next meeting. Country Traveler - Mr. Neal noted that there will be no money for this senior service after November 1, 1989. They need $5,000 to keep the service through the end of the year. Since this service is available to seniors in four different cities, the Country Traveler is asking each of the four communites to donate $1,250.00 for the balance of the year. Mr. Neal noted that this is an important service for some of the seniors as it gets them to congregate dining. For some seniors, this is the only hot meal they get. Mr. Neal said he is going to solicit funding from the Lion's Club and the VFW and noted that the City of Lexington already has promised $1,000.00 for the service. Mayor Benson asked *that Mr. Neal bring this matter back to the Council after he has approached the other civic organizations. Mr. Bisel moved to adjourn at 10:18 P.M. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. These minutes were considered and approved at a regular Council meeting held on November 13, 1989. 1 ,,y,L.,,,__,,,,_, ,.,--) , M rityn Anderson, Clerk - Treasurer u83 enson, Mayor CITY OF LINO LAKES COUNTY OF ANOKA STATE OF MINNESOTA Ordinance No. 08 - 89 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 300, SECTION 301.06 OF THE LINO LAKES CITY CODE BY PROHIBITING THE USE OF MOTORIZED VEHICLES ON PUBLIC GROUNDS DESIGNATED AS TRAILS The City Council of the City of Lino Lakes ordains as follows: Section 1. Section 401.06 shall be amended to read as follows: 301.06 Vehicle Traffic. Vehicles shall be driven or parked in designated areas on any public park or public grounds and shall be driven therein at a maximum speed of five (5) miles per hour. Parking in designated areas shall be allowed only by vehicles whose owners and /or occupants are currently using City public parks and grounds. Motorized vehicles shall not be driven on any public grounds designated as trails. Section 2. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective from and after its passage and publication as provided by the Lino Lakes City Charter. Passed this23rd day of October , 1989 by the Lino Lakes City Council. Anderson, Clerk - Treasurer 1 1 X35 CITY OF LINO LAKES COUNTY OF ANOKA STATE OF MINNESOTA Ordinance No. 08 - 89 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 300, SECTION 301.06 OF THE LINO LAKES CITY CODE BY PROHIBITING THE USE OF MOTORIZED VEHICLES ON PUBLIC GROUNDS DESIGNATED AS TRAILS The City Council of the City of Lino Lakes ordains as follows: Section 1. Section 401.06 shall be amended to read as follows: 301.06 Vehicle Traffic. Vehicles shall be driven or parked in designated areas on any public park or public grounds and shall be driven therein at a maximum speed of five (5) miles per hour. Parking in designated areas shall be allowed only by vehicles whose owners and /or occupants are currently using City public parks and grounds. Motorized vehicles shall not be driven on any public grounds designated as trails. Section 2. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective from and after its passage and publication as provided by the Lino Lakes City Charter. Passed this23rd day of October , 1989 by the Lino Lakes City Council. 3 6 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 8, 1989 A special meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order by Mayor Benson at 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 8, 1989. Council Members present: Neal, Bohjanen, Reinert, Bisel. City Administrator, Randy Schumacher and Clerk - Treasurer, Marilyn Anderson were also present. Mayor Benson explained that the purpose of this meeting is to meet as the Municipal Canvass Board to certify the municipal election held Tuesday, November 7, 1989. Mrs. Anderson presented a written Municipal Canvass Board report to the Council. She reported that the election did run smoothly and the turnout was about 35% of the registered voters. This is a better turnout than the previous municipal election. Mr. Reinert moved to accept the Municipal Canvass Board report. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. The Municipal Canvass Board report is attached to these minutes. Mr. Bohjanen moved to adjourn at 7:04 P.M. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. These minutes were considered and approved at a regular Council meeting held on November 27, 1989. AIWA Benj min Benson, Mayor 1 1 1 C I T Y O F ENO LAKF13 MUNICIPAL CANVASS BOARD REPORT OF THE ELECTION OF NOVEMBER 7, 1989 November 8, 1989 PRECINCT #1 PRECINCT #2 TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTERS 674 835 1,509 ************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** - NUMBER OF REGISTERED VOTERS 1,641 2,505 4,146 - NUMBER OF VOTERS REGISTERING ON ELECTION DAY 53 63 116 - NUMBER OF PERSONS ATTEMPTING TO REGISTER AND WERE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROOF OF RESIDENCE 2 3 5 TOTAL REGISTERED VOTERS 1,694 2,568 4,262 *************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** CANDIDATE TOTALS: Mayor: Harold Bisel 235 331 566 Ben Benson 177 313 490 Riki Rosty 256 187 443 Robert Elsenpeter 1 0 1 Glen A. Olson 0 2 2 Blank /Spoiled Ballots 5 2 7 TOTAL BALLOTS FOR MAYOR 674 835 1,509 Council: Vern Reinert 274 459 733 Sally Kuether 310 391 701 Scott Rasmussen 329 326 655 William (Bill) Karth 158 163 321 Wayne Whaley 134 129 263 Phyllis Blaylock 2 0 2 Marilyn Elsenpeter 1 0 1 John Miller 1 0 1 Dave Volk 1 0 1 Scott Wong 0 1 1 Neal Benjamin 0 2 2 Blank /Spoiled Ballots 138 199 337 TOTAL BALLOTS FOR COUNCIL 1,348 1,670 3,018 *************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** 1189 MAIN STREET, LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA 55014 612- 464 -5562 MUNICIPAL CANVASS BOARD REPORT OF THE ELECTION OF NOVEMBER 7, 1989 CHARTER AMENDMENT PROPOSITION BLANK/ YES NO SPOILED TOTAL Precinct #1 236 432 6 674 Precinct 462 367 448 20 835 TOTAL 603 880 26 1,509 *************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 46831 PROPOSITION BLANK/ YES NO SPOILED TOTAL Precinct #1 215 373 8 596 Precinct 462 18 30 1 49 TOTAL 233 403 9 645 *************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** We, the legally constituted Municipal Canvassing Board certify that- we have herein specified the names of the persons receiving votes and the number of votes received by them within the Municipality at the Municipal Election held November 7, 1989, as appears by the returns by said election in the tow (2) precincts in Lino Lakes duly returned to, filed, opened and canvassed and now remaining on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk witness our official signatures at Lino lakes, Count day of November, 1989. Harold L. Bisel Wesley A. Neal Vernon F. Reinert William I. Bohjanen